30 TOAST TOPPERS

Toast. It’s not just a breakfast basic.

Consider that slice a blank canvas, ready to be transformed into an edible masterpiece of almost every kind of flavour.

From a hunger-busting-brekkie to sweet-tooth-satisfying afternoon snack, or even your next dinner party appetizer, it’s delicious at any time of day. Bust out from your vegemite and butter routine and make a date with your toaster, stat.

1. Avocado, sea salt, pepper, lemon - Sally O’Neill from the-fit-foodie.com says: "Possibly the best toast topping combo ever. Avo is packed with potassium (more than bananas!) which helps your body synthesise protein. It’s also loaded with fibre, contributing to weight loss, regulated blood sugar levels and a reduced risk of many diseases. Lemon works to boost the immune system and contains pectin, which is shown to reduce hunger pangs."

2. Greek yoghurt, berries, hazelnuts, honey

3. Nut butter, raspberries and coconut

4. Ricotta, kale and sautéed mushroom

5. Peanut butter, banana and cinnamon

6. Goats cheese and prosciutto

7. Crab, avocado, jalapeno pepper, lemon and pepper

8. Pea mash, feta, mint and olive oil toast

9. Poached eggs, truffle oil and parmesan

10. Grilled parmesan and garlic

11. Goats cheese, fig and prosciutto - Lee Holmes from superchargedfood.com says: "I like to garnish crumbly cheese, layered with thick waves of prosciutto with baby watercress for a peppery kick and some added phytonutrients."

12. Peach, prosciutto and ricotta

13. Tomato, garlic, red onion, basil and olive oil

14. Hummus and roast Mediterranean veg

15. Tomato, mozzarella and basil

16. Pumpkin hummus

17. Goats cheese, sliced beetroot and candied walnut

18. Fig jam and gorgonzola

19. Pesto and sundried tomatoes

20. Fig paste, sliced apple and blue cheese

21. Cranberry sauce, rocket and turkey

22. Sour cream, cream cheese, horseradish and roast beef

23. Cream cheese, lemon zest and berries

24. Nutella and orange marmalade

25. Feta, strawberry, avocado and balsamic glaze

26. Peanut butter, sea salt and grated dark chocolate

27. Smoked trout, onions, capers

28. Slow roast tomatoes and fried egg

29. Pear, goats cheese, walnuts and honey

30. Salmon, dill, cream cheese and onion